- Oversee employee paychecks
- Calculate net salaries considering deductions and withholdings
- Ensure payroll and tax documents are accurate
- Update general ledger and payroll files
- Prepare accounting files, records, and schedules
- Monitor paid and unpaid leaves
- Process overtime earnings or holiday deductions
- Resolve payroll problems (e.g. overlooked bank holidays, late payments, etc.)
- Answer employee questions concerning payroll
- Participate in payroll audits
- Ensure compliance with governmental laws on payroll accounting and taxes
Previous experience as a payroll accountant or in a similar roleUnderstanding local and governmental rules about payrollExcellent knowledge of MS Office, especially ExcelGreat computational abilityAttention to detailA valid national certification (e.g. Fundamental Payroll Certification)Degree in Accounting, Finance, or relevant field